Not all garden color has to come from blooming plants. You can repurpose items like thrift store dishes into decorative backdrops by gluing them to a stake, or even make garden borders by “planting” the plates in a row. Add pebbles to a decorative plate or tray to create a bee or butterfly water station. Lay colorful but broken containers on the ground and plant a spreading groundcover to spill out of the opening. If you’re really crafty, make plant markers, wind chimes, or other yard art from old or thrifted silverware.
Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real life wisdom on to others as I embark on this new venture of “positively purging“, as I know each of these pieces represents something…
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Good advice. My desktop computer will be away for a few days next week, so I won’t be able to read your posts; but can answer your comments on mine on my laptop
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Thank you for the update. I hope your system restores quickly and operates at peak performance. ❤ —Thanks for taking the time to read, and comment.
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Thanks very much, msw XX As you can see all is well
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I wish I had the eye (& green thumb) for creating a beautiful garden.
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The good news is that you don’t need a “green thumb” to create a stunning space. Great gardens come from setting up a low-maintenance foundation, choosing forgiving plants, and building easy routines that build your confidence over time.❤ —Thanks for taking the time to read,and comment.
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I love this idea! It’s something that my Mum did in her garden. There would old pieces of crockery, mugs no longer fit for holding tea sprouting succulents, pieces of mirror used to angle the light. A wander around the garden was like a treasure hunt, and it was a great way to give new life to things that might otherwise be cast aside. Great photo too 😊
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I was so happy to read your fond memories of your mother’s garden. Upcycling old pieces is such a great way to give them new life, and I always find they make fantastic conversation starters.❤ —Thanks for taking the time to read,and comment.
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